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American Focus > Blog > Politics > Florida Reportedly Eyeing Another ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ at Former WWII POW Camp as Deportations Mount |
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Florida Reportedly Eyeing Another ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ at Former WWII POW Camp as Deportations Mount |

Last updated: August 6, 2025 6:35 am
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Florida’s Immigration Detention Strategy Expands with New Facility Plans

In a move signaling an escalation of its immigration enforcement efforts, Florida is set to introduce a second detention facility, informally dubbed “Alligator Alcatraz 2.0.” This facility aims to accommodate the increasing number of deportations across the state.

The proposed site, named the “North Detention Facility,” is slated for construction at Camp Blanding, a National Guard training area located in the northeastern region of the state, as reported by the Tallahassee Democrat.

Historically, this location served as a prisoner-of-war camp during World War II, where over 4,000 German soldiers and civilians were detained.

In preparation for its new role, the Florida Department of Emergency Management has initiated a procurement process for weather monitoring equipment and two lightning sirens, investing nearly $40,000, according to state contracts.

According to CBS News, deportations from the original “Alligator Alcatraz” facility have already commenced, with Governor Ron DeSantis claiming that “hundreds” of detainees have been processed for removal. He emphasized that the establishment of the second facility will only proceed if it demonstrably enhances the efficiency of immigration enforcement.

“If it’s not leading to a real significant cadence in removals, then I’m going to wait,” DeSantis stated, expressing his optimism that the new facility will achieve its intended results.

The historical records from Camp Blanding highlight its strategic advantages for detaining prisoners, noting its “size, isolation, and moderate climate” as key factors during its operation as a POW camp from 1942 to 1946. Today, it functions as a training hub for the National Guard and U.S. military.

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Reports from the Tallahassee Democrat also indicate that various potential sites for detention centers have been identified throughout northeast and south-central Florida.

DeSantis appears committed to intensifying his efforts against illegal immigration, suggesting that the federal government’s capacity is limited without substantial state and local support. This approach has not been without controversy; Democrats have been vocally opposing such measures, framing them as excessive.

In a recent interview, Florida’s Executive Director for the Division of Emergency Management, Kevin Guthrie, criticized Democrats for allegedly misrepresenting the conditions at “Alligator Alcatraz” in a bid to score political points during a tour he provided for lawmakers.

Guthrie described the experience as “very taxing,” highlighting that some lawmakers seemed to fabricate concerns during the visit. Additionally, legal challenges have emerged, aiming to obstruct Florida’s immigration initiatives.

The Department of Justice has signaled its intent to challenge these legal efforts, with Attorney General Pamela Bondi affirming that they will defend the “Alligator Alcatraz” initiative against what she termed “baseless, politically motivated legal schemes.”

If Florida can continue to showcase measurable outcomes from its immigration policy enforcement, it may set a precedent for other states to follow suit. This development could significantly bolster the immigration agenda that President Trump has championed since 2015, thereby enhancing the overall political landscape surrounding immigration reform in the United States.

This article was originally featured on The Western Journal.

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